Research
Work-in-Progress Meetings
Mission
The monthly Department of Emergency Medicine Research and Work-in-Progress Meetings provide a collaborative forum for faculty, residents, fellows, and research staff to share research ideas, present ongoing projects, and receive constructive feedback from colleagues.
These meetings also support professional development by fostering mentorship, strengthening research skills, and promoting scholarly productivity, such as abstracts, presentations, and publications.
Purpose and Attendees
Purpose
The Research and Work-in-Progress Meetings support the department’s research mission by:
- Showcasing research conducted by department faculty, residents, fellows, and staff
- Providing a forum to present new research ideas, proposals, and early-stage projects
- Offering structured feedback on research work-in-progress, including study design, analysis plans, abstracts, and manuscripts
- Facilitating collaboration within the department and with investigators across USF and USF Health, Tampa General Hospital, the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital and other external partners
- Providing instruction and training on research-related topics relevant to emergency medicine
Who Should Attend
The Research and Work-in-Progress Meetings are intended for our:
- Emergency Medicine faculty
- Residents and fellows
- Research nurses, coordinators, assistants, and staff
- Medical students and trainees involved in or interested in research
- Collaborators from other departments or institutions with an interest in emergency care research
Meeting Format and Presentations
Meeting Format
Presentations are designed to be interactive and discussion-focused rather than formal lectures.
Each session typically includes:
- General announcements and research updates
- A planned research presentation or training session
- A Work-in-Progress session
- The Work-in-Progress sessions allow investigators to:
- Present early-stage research ideas
- Discuss study design, methodology, or analysis questions
- Receive feedback on abstracts, grant proposals, or draft manuscripts
Presenting at a Work-in-Progress Session
- Department members are encouraged to present projects at any stage of development, from initial concepts to near-submission work.
- Typical presentations range from 10–20 minutes, followed by group discussion and feedback.
- The presentation of slides is encouraged, but is not required for Work-in-Progress sessions.
Contact Us
To request presenting research, a training topic, or work-in-progress session, please contact:
- Shannon Bailey, PhD
shannonbailey@usf.edu
- Myriam Vazquez
mvazquezramo@usf.edu
To request an invitation to the meeting, please contact:
- Myriam Vazquez at mvazquezramo@usf.edu.